Itinerary Highlights
Day 1 Jabalpur- Mahua Kothi , Bandhavgarh National Park
Bookings Open Now.Package stay are valid from 15 October 2014 when National Park open for Safari. Welcome to Madhya Pradesh. Arrive at Jabalpur airport and enjoy your journey to Bandhavgarh National Park which is Indias renowned tiger reserve ,nestled between the Vindhyas and the Satpura ranges. On arrival at the Mahua Kothi you will be escorted to your kutiya– a charming jungle suite built in the vernacular style of Central India, affectionately known as 'MP Chic' (MP being the state of Madhya Pradesh). Later, afternoon tea will be served on the guest veranda. Here, you will be introduced to your expert &Beyond trained naturalist, who will give you a full orientation of what to expect on your safari drives into the jungle.after sunset, ice-cold signature cocktails are savoured on the guest veranda or at the lakeside clearing. Dinners are a true highlight, with an abundance of flavours and textures on offer. Delectable dinner platters are served in the dining area or under the magnificent Mahua tree. Or perhaps you will join the other guests for a chapal – India's version of an outdoor boma dinner where expert chefs cook traditional tandoori meals on charcoal. After dinner, indulge in decadent desserts, served with tea, coffee or cognac. You will then be escorted back to your kutiya for a peaceful night's sleep. Overnight at Mahua Kothi. Meals : Dinner
Day 2 Mahua Kothi , Bandhavgarh National Park
Today morning your personal wake-up call will include the delivery of early morning tea, coffee and homemade spice biscuits, left quietly in the courtyard among aromatic burning incense for you to enjoy prior to departing on your morning jungle safari. After a morning filled with adventure – which could include viewing tigers from atop an elephant – you will return to the Lodge for a hearty breakfast. Relax with a good book in your shaded courtyard seating, or amble down to the pool for a cool dip. Deliciously inviting lunch platters are served on the guest veranda overlooking the Lodge's beautiful Mahua Tree, or perhaps in the lush baghiya (traditional garden). If you prefer to eat in the privacy of your own kutiya, platters will be discreetly delivered to your private courtyard. You will then depart on your afternoon drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle through Bandhavgarh's dramatic landscape, from tropical forests and woodlands, to steep rocky hills with flat grasslands. Witness the region's rich wildlife, including tiger, sloth bear, leopard, jungle cat, wild dog and try your luck at spotting Mahua Kothi's ten Star Birds, from the gorgeous Indian peafowl (peacock) to the shaheen falcon. Stop to take in the Indian sunset with a mouthwatering sundowner – perhaps some jungle punch or a simple gin and tonic. As you arrive back at the Lodge after sunset, ice-cold signature cocktails are savoured on the guest veranda or at the lakeside clearing. Enjoy a delicious dinner. Overnight at Mahua Kothi Meals : Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Mahua Kothi , Bandhavgarh National Park
Today morning your personal wake-up call will include the delivery of early morning tea, coffee and homemade spice biscuits, left quietly in the courtyard among aromatic burning incense for you to enjoy prior to departing on your morning jungle safari. After a morning filled with adventure – which could include viewing tigers from atop an elephant – you will return to the Lodge for a hearty breakfast. Rest of the day is at leisure. Enjoy a delicious lunch. Later depart for your afternoon safari. Relax with a sundowner. Enjoy a delicious dinner. Overnight at Mahua Kothi Meals : Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Mahua Kothi , Bandhavgarh National Park – Jabalpur
After breakfast proceed to Jabalpur Airport to board flight to your hometown Meals : Breakfast Holiday Concludes. Lets stay in touch on Facebook\email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon! Holiday Concludes. Let’s stay in touch on Facebook\email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!
Inclusions
- 03 nights accommodation in at suggested category hotels
- Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
- House Wines & Liquor, Soft Beverages
- Return Airport Transfers by Ac Innova
- 02 Safari Game Drives by jeep each day
Exclusions
- GST 3.09% (Government Tax)
- Airfare /Railway Fare
- Any up gradation in airline class or hotel room category
- All Tips – Guide, Driver & Restaurants
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside
- Porter age (Coolie charges), laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), items of personal nature and food and drink which is not part of set group menu
- Any extra cost incurred on behalf of any individual due to illness, accident , hospitalization or any personal emergency
- Any services or activity charges other than those included in Itinerary
- Anything specifically not mention in the tour price inclusions column
Remarks
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Notes
- Holiday Price Validity : as mentioned above
- Vehicle will be not at disposal. If guest wish to go for additional sightseeing extra charges will be applicable
- Please not that AC will be switched off while travelling in hilly terrain
- Personal identification is mandatory to carry on tour for Air Travel, Hotels for security reason like: election card, Driving Licence, Passport
- Driver is NOT A GUIDE, he will take you to the sightseeing’s mentioned in the itinerary. You will have to explore the place of visit on your own. Itinerary is subject to change.
- If the above hotels are not available similar category hotels are used as hotel rooms are subject to availability
- The above given prices are subject to change without prior notice
- The quotation is based on Standard room of individual hotel, however if unavailable then the upgrading cost to be borne by the guest
Cancellation Policy
If the Guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then s/he shall give a written application to the Company within specified time limit along with original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract cancellation charges stated hereunder.
- Cancellation charges will be calculated on gross tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure and date of cancellation.
- Cancellation charges for any type of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
- Air tickets issued on special fares are NON REFUNDABLE and Guest shall bear cancellation charges.
- Any refund payable to the Guest will be paid after the Company receives refund from the respective authorities. The Company deducts processing charges from the refund to be paid to the Guest.
Percentage of cancellation charges per person.
| No of days prior to departure | India | World |
|---|---|---|
| More than 60 days | 5% or Rs.1000/-whichever is more | Registration amount |
| 60 to 46 days | 15% | 15% |
| 45 to 31 days | 25% | 25% |
| 30 to 15 days | 50% | 50% |
| 14 to 4 days | 60% | 60% |
| 3 to 1 day | 80% | 80% |
| On the day/on tour | 100% | 100% |
Note: Charges are levied on the gross tour price and not the discounted price.
For Indian tours, cancellation charges do not include air ticket cancellation and they will be levied separately.